Breast Augmentation Surgery in Bangkok

Your surgical team may provide instructions such as the following:

• Do not eat or drink for at least 6–8 hours before surgery, or as instructed by your anesthesiologist.
• Discuss all medicines, vitamins and supplements with your doctor; you may be asked to stop products that affect blood clotting at least two weeks beforehand.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol for at least two weeks to support wound healing.
• Bring loose, front-fastening clothing that is easy to put on after surgery.

Care is organized step by step so that you know what to expect:

• Meet the specialist medical team for an anatomical assessment and 3D Body Scan simulation.
• Complete the required physical examination and blood tests before surgery.
• Receive case-specific anesthesia care and monitoring from an anesthesiologist.
• Undergo surgery in a hospital operating room with monitoring by the medical team.
• Continue postoperative follow-up through the After Care program.

Follow your surgeon’s individualized instructions. General guidance may include:

• Wear the recommended support bra as directed, often throughout the first month.
• Sleep on your back with your upper body elevated during the first 1–2 weeks to help reduce swelling.
• Take prescribed medicines exactly as directed.
• Keep the incision clean and dry, and do not wet it until your medical team confirms that it is safe.

Temporary postoperative effects often improve gradually, but contact the hospital if symptoms are severe or worsening.

• Tightness, pressure or soreness around the breasts may occur during the first 3–5 days and can usually be managed with prescribed pain medicine.
• Temporary numbness of the nipple or surrounding skin can occur as tissues swell and may gradually improve over several months.
• Bruising and swelling commonly fade over approximately 2–4 weeks.

To protect the incision and allow the implants to settle, your surgeon may ask you to avoid the following:

• Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous chest exercise during the first month.
• Keep the incision dry until suture removal or until your medical team permits otherwise.
• Avoid alcohol and smoking for at least four weeks because they can delay healing.
• Avoid sleeping face down or placing pressure on the breasts for the first 1–2 months.

All surgery carries risks, which your surgeon will explain during consultation. At DCH Hospital, breast surgery is planned by the medical team, performed in a hospital operating room and closely monitored throughout. Only internationally recognized implants registered with the Thai FDA are used.

Many patients rest fully for the first 3–5 days and then gradually return to light work and daily activities. Strenuous exercise is commonly delayed for about 4–6 weeks, subject to the surgeon’s assessment.

The breasts often begin to settle and feel softer over approximately 3–6 months. During the first 1–3 months, surrounding tissue may still feel tight as healing progresses. Timing varies by patient and surgical plan.

You can check the following three points:

• The implant packaging should be sealed and opened in front of you on the day of surgery.
• You should receive the implant box, warranty documentation and serial-number labels.
• The serial number can be verified directly with the authorized importer or manufacturer to confirm authenticity.

Many patients can become pregnant and breastfeed after augmentation because implants are placed behind breast tissue or muscle rather than inside the milk ducts. However, breastfeeding ability can vary, so discuss future pregnancy plans with your surgeon.

Two common incision locations may be considered according to your anatomy and surgical assessment:

• Inframammary fold: The incision is positioned in the crease beneath the breast, allowing controlled implant placement and concealment beneath the bra line.
• Underarm: The incision is concealed in a natural axillary fold and may suit patients who prefer no incision on the breast.
• Incision length: It is commonly around 3–4 centimeters, depending on implant size, type and the surgical plan.

Risk-reduction measures begin with implant selection, surgical technique and postoperative care:

• Use authentic, appropriately registered implants that meet applicable standards.
• Careful surgical technique helps minimize tissue trauma and bleeding around the implant pocket.
• Follow postoperative instructions carefully, including support-bra use and incision care to reduce infection risk.